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Fruit Category Manager
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Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listed on 2026-08-12
Listing for:
Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-12
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain & Logistics, Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities:
- Manage the sourcing and procurement of fresh fruit across local and international markets.
- Oversee international fruit sourcing, import and export processes and perishable supply chain activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international growers, exporters and suppliers.
- Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, quality and favourable commercial terms.
- Manage seasonal procurement planning, pricing strategies and inventory requirements.
- Take responsibility for category profitability, P&L margins and overall category performance.
- Manage supplier claims, product quality concerns and recovery processes.
- Monitor and analyse market trends, pricing movements and competitor activity to identify opportunities and support business growth.
- Collaborate with regional sales teams across multiple countries to align procurement and commercial strategies.
- 5 - 8 years of experience in category management, procurement, commercial management, or international trading within the fresh fruit or fresh produce industry.
- Strong understanding of import and export documentation, processes and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Previous experience managing teams across multiple regions will be advantageous.
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